Shaker Wood Box

Description:

Shaker Wood Box, Hancock, Massachusetts, c. 1820-40, the hinged lid opens to a divided interior, the dovetail-constructed box with wrought iron harp-shape hangers mounted to the left side, and wooden knobs on each side, (imperfections); sold with a pair of wrought iron tongs and a small peel; box ht. 25, wd. 26, dp. 17 1/2 in.

Provenance: Belonged to Brother Ricardo Belden of the Hancock Shakers, and purchased from a Mr. Sweener in 1969.
Estimate $800-1,200

staining to top, small crack at the right front.

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